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Contributed by: Seiko Tran on 6/19/2007

Colorado Springs Chinese Cultural Institute

Summer Events:

Colorado Springs Chinese Cultural Institute is sponsoring a trip to China this Fall. If you are interested, please contact us and make plans to attend an orientation on 07/19/07 at the Colorado Springs City Hall, Third Floor Council Chamber. Log on to www.cscci.org for more info.

CSCCI is also sponsoring a special ethnic dinner at the Jade Dragon Chinese Restaurant, 3958 North Academy Blvd, on July 12, 2007. The cost for this event is $20 for members and $25 for non-members. Please RSVP by sending checks to: CSCCI, P.O. Box 2625, Colorado Springs, CO 80901.

History:

China is the most populous nation in the world and is having a greater and more profound impact as it expands its roles in global activities. Consequently, people are showing more interest in learning about China, its people and their cultures. Until a few years ago, there had not been any organization in our community to focus the interests of both the people wanting to learn more about China and those of Chinese heritage who are living here.

The Colorado Springs Chinese Cultural Institute (CSCCI) was founded in 2001 to foster within our community the understanding and appreciation of China and its customs. This Colorado 501(c)(3) non-profit organization is dedicated to promoting awareness and understanding of Chinese culture and traditions.

Mission : To provide a forum for greater appreciation of Chinese culture through education and social interaction and to offer resources and networking support systems to more fully assimilate Chinese into the local community. As well as providing services and programs to benefit Chinese descendants

What we do : Active participation in events and educational opportunities is the best way to benefit from the Colorado Springs Chinese Cultural Institute. Here are some events and programs.

* Chinese New Year Celebration Event
A major 1-day festival attracting about 4,000 people for Chinese cuisine, entertainment, traditions and fun at vendor booths
* An Evening of Chinese Culture
Small group Chinese fine dining experience followed by presentations from Chinese dignitaries, scholars, professionals on a variety of cultural topics
* Workshops
Free presentations by Chinese professionals on a variety of cultural topics
* Health Fair
Free Medical services for all people with Asian ethnic background.
* Travel
Special small-group escorted tours to China for ultimate immersion and personalized insights into the life and culture of Chinese people
* Consulting
Offering individual expertise in language, business, fine arts, customs, and travel
* Youth Benefit Concerts
Accomplished young Chinese-American musicians performing an afternoon of classical and folk music for the public
* Chinese Heritage Week
In conjunction with Asian Pacific American Heritage Month which is in the month of May, CSCCI celebrates its Chinese-American Heritage event. The celebration presents Contribution Awards to outstanding Chinese-Americans, cultural demonstrations, Chinese-produced films, a dinner event, and a concert which is performed and composed by Chinese- American music artists.